From the Forums: Surface Pro promotions and smartphone jokes

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Everyone loves a bargain, and Microsoft fans are no exception. With the Surface Pro set to be released and hunted out by those looking for a new tablet experience, are there any promotions or deals near you that you're aware of or would like to find out about? Member fitchalcyone created a thread dedicated to promotions and deals to be added.

Smartphone screen sizes are increasing, especially with 'phablets' hitting the shelves. But how big is too big? What's the maximum screen size you'd choose? 5-inces? 6-inches? With the Lumia 920 sporting a 4.5-inch display and the ATIV S from Samsung opting for a 4.8-inch screen, we're closing the gap to the 5-inch marker for Windows Phone.

"It's supposed to be a "mobile" phone but for me some of these devices are becoming cumbersome. Heavy, in your pocket, which you get used to, dig into you when you sit down, which you don't get used to. The 800 & 820 are fine, any bigger is a bit to ungainly for my liking."

The smartphone battle can get heated sometimes (especially when it comes to BlackBerry versus Windows Phone), but we all have to remember it's just technology and there's certainly more to life. This is where jokes and comics come into play. We're certain you've come across some humorous material that relates to mobile devices.

Here's one which was posted by JerseySal, which just so happens to be taking a jab at BlackBerry:

Have you got any you'd like to add to the thread and make everyone's day? Be sure to head on over to the "Smartphone jokes/comics" thread and publish your findings.

From the Forums: Surface Pro promotions and smartphone jokes

Zero cross promotion..why not include a Lumia 620 with every Surface Pro purchase. Or a Xbox live gold member pass. How about a trade in your iPad and get $100 of your new surface. Or better yet, trade in your PC and get $100 off a new one. But, what do I know really.

At the MicrosoftStore they do take trade ups on your pc. I was surprised but was told by one of the employees that they will give you credit if you bring a trade in to the store. I don't know about $100, but there is an upgrade credit for trade ins.